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4-H and Latino Youth in Urban Areas: Challenges, Changes, and Vision

Overview

Recently, Ricardo Vela, Claudia Diaz Carrasco, and I had the chance to host a webinar to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and talk about our work with engaging Latino youth in the community through the 4-H positive youth development program. Ricardo was the moderator and asked the following questions for Claudia and me to answer:

  • What are some challenges of working with Latino youth in urban areas?
  • How were the principles of 4-H adjusted to make sense and have meaning for these youths?
  • What did you do to be culturally relevant to these youths?
  • What are some of your success stories?
  • What is your vision for the future?

 Watch this video to hear our answers.